ICE Arrest at Minnehaha County Courthouse

ICE makes arrest at courthouse in Sioux Falls prompting a mistrial

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – After an ICE arrest at the Minnehaha County Courthouse forced a mistrial last Friday, the Public Defender’s Office has sounded alarms over public trust in the justice system. Officials say the arrest happened in front of a witness’ wife and baby while jurors were on break, and some saw it unfold. The judge called off the trial on the spot. The Public Defender’s Office says the witness had been legally subpoenaed, and the pers…

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ICE Quietly Scales Back Rules for Courthouse Raids

A requirement that ICE agents ensure courthouse arrests don't clash with state and local laws has been rescinded by the agency. ICE declined to explain what that means for future enforcement.

ICE arrest at Minnehaha County Courthouse

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- The Minnehaha County Public Defender's Office is raising concerns about public trust in the justice system after an ICE arrest at the Minnehaha County Courthouse resulted in a mistrial Friday. Huron company added to prison discussion According to an emailed statement to KELOLAND News, Traci Smith with the Minnehaha County Public Defender's Office said, “The ICE agents' presence coincided with the presence of wit…

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Immigration and Customs Enforcement has quietly rescinded guidance that advised ICE agents conducting courthouse raids to take steps to avoid violating state and local laws while carrying out civil immigration arrests. The subtle policy change could lead to an escalation in enforcement tactics and legal disputes. Revised policy guidance recently posted to ICE’s website and reviewed by WIRED reveals efforts by the agency to enhance the discretion…